Smyrna News

Beesley Animal Foundation Launches 24/7 Microchip and Pet Food Station for Rutherford County

Jun 25, 2025 at 11:33 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN — After years of vision and months of community collaboration, Beesley Animal Foundation proudly unveiled its new 24/7 Microchip Station and Outreach Pe.... Read More

UPDATE: Elected Officials Face Felony Charges for Immigration Support Under New Tennessee Law

Jun 25, 2025 at 08:46 am by WGNS News

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The American Civil Liberties Union of Tennessee filed a lawsuit Wednesday challenging a new state law that criminalizes local officials for voting in.... Read More

Smyrna Man Arrested in 2021 Child Rape Case Following Two-Year Investigation

Jun 24, 2025 at 05:55 pm by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN — 48-year-old Wilmer Umanzor-Bonilla remains behind bars after being arrested by Smyrna Police in connection to the aggravated rape of a child in Rutherford C.... Read More

Harris Enters Rutherford County Mayor’s Race, Vows Visionary Leadership and Fiscal Discipline

Jun 24, 2025 at 01:56 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN — County Commissioner Craig Harris has officially announced his candidacy for Rutherford County Mayor in the May 2026 Republican Primary..... Read More

From Mobile Homes to Mansions: Real Estate Activity Heats Up in Rutherford

Jun 23, 2025 at 02:21 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN — The real estate market in Rutherford County is showing resilience and stability as the region continues to attract homebuyers looking for everyth.... Read More

Tennessee’s Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 3.5% in May, Remains Below National Average

Jun 18, 2025 at 04:20 pm by WGNS News

Tennessee’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate remained unchanged at 3.5% in May, continuing to outperform the national rate, according to new data.... Read More

Woman Accused of Illegal Dumping Cleans Up Debris, Then Arrested

Jun 18, 2025 at 03:19 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, TN — A woman accused of illegally dumping trash along Asbury Road was arrested Tuesday after a correctional work center officer helped track her down.... Read More

What You Need to Know About Fireworks Laws in Rutherford County Before July 4th

Jun 17, 2025 at 09:00 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — As Independence Day approaches, excitement is building across Rutherford County. Fireworks are a beloved part of the celebration—but before l.... Read More

It Only Takes a Moment to Help Bring an ER to South Murfreesboro

Jun 12, 2025 at 09:53 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — South Murfreesboro is one of the fastest growing communities in Tennessee, but it is also one of the most underserved when it comes to emergen.... Read More

Smyrna Man Allegedly Shops for Groceries, Picks Up Free Wallet on Aisle Regret

Jun 12, 2025 at 05:15 am by WGNS News

SMYRNA, TN — Authorities in Smyrna are hoping the public can help identify a man who may have mistaken “Finders Keepers” for a law. The suspect in question i.... Read More

Tennessee Ranks 37th for Child Well-Being in 2025 Kids Count Report

Jun 09, 2025 at 11:10 pm by WGNS News

Tennessee ranks 37th for child well-being, according to the 2025 Kids Count Data Book, released Monday by the Annie E. Casey Foundation. The 50-state report analyzes recent da.... Read More

Scam Alert: Pay a Fake Ticket or Face an Imaginary Toll Booth

Jun 09, 2025 at 07:45 pm by WGNS News

BEDFORD COUNTY, TN – If you’ve been losing sleep over an imaginary parking ticket in a non-existent toll booth on a toll-free Tennessee road, take a deep brea.... Read More

TN Supreme Court Hears Landmark Case Challenging Quarry Restrictions Under County Powers Act

Jun 02, 2025 at 11:21 am by WGNS News

Nashville, TN — One week ago, the Tennessee Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Tinsley Properties, LLC et al. v. Grundy County, a high-stakes legal battle that.... Read More

Rutherford County Delays First Responder Pay Raises Until 2026 Amid Growing Wage Gap

Jun 02, 2025 at 07:50 am by WGNS News

Rutherford County, Tenn. - This past week, Rutherford County Commissioners reviewed the proposed 2025–2026 fiscal budget… That was Commissioner Robert Peay,.... Read More

Starter Homes Shrinking in Rutherford County as Prices Rise

May 31, 2025 at 10:37 pm by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. – The pathway to the American dream of homeownership is becoming increasingly narrow for residents of Murfreesboro and the broader Rutherford County.... Read More

SCAM: Authorities Issue Alert Over Malicious Banking Scam Texts

May 31, 2025 at 06:32 pm by WGNS News

Shelbyville, TN — The Shelbyville Police Department is issuing a public warning about a new text message scam targeting area residents. This scam attempts to trick cellp.... Read More

Third Grade Reading Proficiency Remains a Key Focus in Rutherford County Schools

May 30, 2025 at 02:45 pm by WGNS News

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. - TCAP Testing Results were recently released to schools and the students that attend school within the Rutherford County School system did well. Chie.... Read More

Mother Calls for New Law After Son's Death in Smyrna, Tennessee Hit-and-Run

May 29, 2025 at 10:36 pm by WGNS News

Rutherford County, TN — A Tennessee mother has been turning grief into action and now the man convicted of killing her son in a hit-and-run crash will soon walk fre.... Read More

Lineworkers Shine as Annual Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo Opens This Friday

May 29, 2025 at 07:43 am by WGNS News

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. - The 2025 Tennessee Valley Lineman Rodeo is set to electrify attendees with its annual opening ceremony on Friday, May 30, at 1:30 p.m., launching an exci.... Read More

From Clerk to Chief: Ascend HR Leader Peggy Stubblefield Wraps Up Remarkable Career

May 28, 2025 at 01:49 pm by WGNS Radio News

MIDDLE TENNESSEE - After more than four decades of service, Peggy Stubblefield, Chief Human Resources Officer at Ascend Federal Credit Union, is officially retiring. Asc.... Read More